Instructional Designer

Position Description:

• We are seeking an innovative and strategic Instructional Designer to develop impactful learning experiences that address skill gaps, build employee capabilities, and support organizational goals.
• This role is responsible for conducting comprehensive needs analyses, collaborating with subject matter experts to design cost-effective training solutions, and creating engaging instructional materials using sound instructional design methodologies.
• The Instructional Designer will develop and manage various learning assets—such as facilitator and participant guides, eLearning modules, job aids, and assessments—and design tools to evaluate learning outcomes and communicate ROI.
• As the lead administrator for the Learning Management System (LMS), this position will manage system content, security roles, and reporting.

Skills Required:

• Proficient in instructional design methodologies and evaluation models such as ADDIE, SAM, and Kirkpatrick's levels of evaluation.
• Hands-on experience with eLearning authoring tools including Articulate, Captivate, and Camtasia.
• Strong project management skills; ability to develop and track project plans, process maps, and Gantt charts.
• Working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS), preferably Cornerstone OnDemand.
• Skilled in creating and managing instructional content such as facilitator guides, participant guides, job aids, and eLearning storyboards.
• Familiarity with video and audio production tools, including HD cameras, microphones, scripting, and editing techniques.
• Ability to design and deliver instructor-led training for groups of 5–25 participants.
• Proficient in developing visually effective training materials and job aids tailored to diverse learning audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines under limited supervision.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including technical or utility settings such as power plants and outdoor training yards.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other standard office equipment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively with diverse subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze training effectiveness and report on learning outcomes.
• Comfortable generating training completion reports and maintaining accurate training records and transcripts.

Experience required:

• Minimum of four (4) years of instructional design and/or technical writing experience, to include three (3) years of experience designing and developing eLearning courses.
• One (1) year serving in an administrator role for a corporate LMS (Cornerstone OnDemand preferred).

Experience handling the full cycle of an instructional design project, including:

• Needs analysis and determining learning objectives.
• Designing and developing learning content for various delivery methods (eLearning, instructor-led, blended learning, etc.).
• Implementing training programs (delivering, managing, and supporting)
• Evaluating the effectiveness of training programs (through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics)

Experience designing and developing learning content for various delivery methods, such as:

• Instructor-led training (ILT) o eLearning modules o Blended learning programs (combination of ILT, eLearning, and self-paced learning)
• Microlearning or other innovative formats.

Education Required:

• Associate’s Degree in Instructional Design, Education, Human Resources, Psychology, Communication, Business, or related field of study from an accredited college or university.
• Specialized Training o Training in multimedia production or eLearning development tools (e.g., Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Articulate).